1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1647 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | Sports | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 72 L |